McDougall Creek Wildfire
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Okanagan woman’s items salvaged from 2023 wildfire going to New YorkThe now sentimental pieces are making their way all the way to New York for a pop-up exhibit highlighting the human costs of climate related events.CanadaSep 19
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‘The best medicine is talking about it’: The mental toll of wildfire recoveryLong after the roar of flames has been silenced and the rebuilding process has begun, those who survive wildfires have another battle ahead of them.FireAug 20
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From traditional knowledge to FireSmart, Okanagan leaders focus on wildfire risksFirst Nation leaders, fire chiefs and politicians in the Okanagan say good planning can help prevent disasters like last year's McDougall Creek wildfire.CanadaAug 19
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One year later, recovery in scorched path of McDougall Creek wildfire painfully slowThe McDougall Creek wildfire razed 191 homes in West Kelowna, Kelowna, Westbank First Nation. A year later, the devastation is still visible and rebuilding has barely begun.CanadaAug 16
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Summer camp destroyed by McDougall Creek wildfire won’t open until 2025: church‘I’m incredibly disappointed that a variety of circumstances beyond our control have forced us into this decision,’ Archbishop Lynne McNaughton said.CanadaMay 22
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Heroes’ welcome as firefighters, support crews thanked for battling McDougall Creek wildfireVolunteers, local businesses and organizations spent months planning Saturday morning's celebration at Memorial Park in West Kelowna.CanadaApr 27
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West Kelowna fire chief Jason Brolund recognized for work during devastating wildfireWest Kelowna fire chief Jason Brolund was given a plaque at city hall on Tuesday for his tireless work during last year’s McDougall Creek wildfire.CanadaApr 9
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Holiday season will be different for many this year in B.C. wildfires’ wakeBritish Columbia's 2023 wildfires were a life-changing disaster for many, and their impact has echoed into the holiday season.FireDec 21, 2023
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Review of McDougall Creek wildfire emergency support services plannedA third-party independent facilitator will be engaged to conduct the review, with a commitment to specifically address the unprecedented volume of evacuations.FireNov 17, 2023
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With McDougall Creek wildfire under control, focus turns to lessons learnedSeagun Lavoucane has been through trying times since fleeing her West Kelowna home. Stories like hers are what one West Kelowna councillor is hoping to hear with public hearings.FireOct 9, 2023
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